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Democracy consists of four key elements: a political system for choosing and replacing the government through free and fair elections; the active participation of the people, as citizens, in politics and civic life; protection of the human rights of all citizens!
What am I supposed to be answering?
I believe it is False
The 14th amendment was about equal trials to everyone and included a due process of law clause. It was made to protect citizens immunities and rights. Meaning every single trial requires due process. So really the 14th amendment is completely about due process and using it legally for protection.
They used threats and violence in order to prevent African Americans from voting. Hope this is what you were looking for =D